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Volvo Trucks

FH

59 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.

If your FH is covered by any of these notices, contact your authorised Volvo Trucks dealer. All recall work is carried out free of charge.

Notices on record

59

Volvo Trucks FH · DVSA register

All recall notices.

  1. M0387 Silencer particulate filter insert gasket replace

    R/2026/037 · 22 Jan 2026

    22 Jan 2026

    Defect

    On affected vehicles there is a risk DPF bypass leakage can occur due to gasket assembly and material issues at the supplier. The bypass leakage can lead to excessive particle number emissions from the engine and after treatment system.

    Remedy

    Remove DPF and fit an improved gasket.

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    Built 31 Mar 2025 – 24 Nov 2025

    ~20 vehicles affected

  2. C0519 Front axle screws retightening/replace

    R/2025/550 · 19 Dec 2025

    19 Dec 2025

    Defect

    On affected vehicles there is a risk that screws for the front axle attachment might lose torque or come loose. It might lead to strange behaviour of the truck and noise and in worst case loss of steering control.

    Remedy

    Check the torque level on the screws retorque and if necessary replace parts.

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    Built 11 Aug 2025 – 1 Dec 2025

    ~65 vehicles affected

  3. C0367 HPCU SW UPDATE FHE FME4

    R/2024/189 · 23 Jun 2024

    23 Jun 2024

    Defect

    There is a risk that some screw joints inside the traction voltage batteries might not have been tightened according to our assembly process.

    Remedy

    Update a software that can detect potential loose screw joints. It will then disconnect the suspect battery and prevent any incident.

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    Built 23 May 2022 – 22 Jan 2024

  4. There is a risk that the parking brake efficiency is reduced/lost or that the rear brake is blocked/dragging on one or two of the rear wheels.

    R/2023/074 · 17 Mar 2023

    17 Mar 2023

    Defect

    There is a risk that the parking brake efficiency is reduced/lost or that the rear brake is blocked/dragging on one or two of the rear wheels.

    Remedy

    Replace the concerned spring brake cylinder/cylinders.

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    Built 6 Feb 2023 – 3 Mar 2023

    ~20 vehicles affected

  5. Screws that attach the front axle to the suspension may require tightening

    R/2022/356 · 14 Dec 2022

    14 Dec 2022

    Defect

    Potential that the screws for the front axle attachment might lose torque or come loose.

    Remedy

    Apply correct torque value on concerned screws and/or replace defected parts.

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    Built 2 Sep 2021 – 21 Nov 2022

    ~297 vehicles affected

  6. SELF ADJUSTING OUT OF FUNCTION IN THE BRAKE CALIPER HOUSING

    R/2019/119 · 5 Apr 2019

    5 Apr 2019

    Defect

    Self-Adjusting function in the brake caliper housing out of function.

    Remedy

    Inspection of the brake housings and replacement if found faulty.

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    Built 2 Jul 2018 – 10 Dec 2018

    ~262 vehicles affected

  7. DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED

    R/2018/056 · 30 Jan 2018

    30 Jan 2018

    Defect

    The driver's airbag inflator may rupture due to uncontrolled burning of propellant. As a consequence violent deployment of the airbag may cause injuries to occupants.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles inspect and replace the driver's air bag where necessary.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~16,785 vehicles affected

  8. BRAKE PEDAL MAY BE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED

    R/2017/109 · 13 Mar 2017

    13 Mar 2017

    Defect

    It has been identified there is a possibility that during production the split pin for the brake pedal cross shaft may not have been correctly installed. This could result in the reduction of braking effort due to the movement of the cross shaft.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required fit a split pin or further secure the currently installed split pin.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~9,631 vehicles affected

  9. POSSIBILITY OF FIRE

    R/2016/260 · 7 Nov 2016

    7 Nov 2016

    Defect

    It has been identified that there is the possibility of a risk of an internal electrical short circuit in some cab interior lamps. In the worst situation this could result in a vehicle fire.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to fit additional fuses into the system.

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    Built 28 Nov 2012 – 16 Sep 2016

    ~9,280 vehicles affected

  10. DURING CAB TILT CAB COULD FALL WITHOUT ANY DAMPING

    R/2016/062 · 29 Mar 2016

    29 Mar 2016

    Defect

    There is a potential risk of an internal oil leakage in the cab tilt cylinder. As a consequence during cab tilt the cab could fall when over top dead centre without any damping .

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace reservoir filler plug. Inspect tilt ram and cylinder and where necessary replace.

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    Built 23 Nov 2012 – 12 Feb 2016

    ~7,391 vehicles affected

  11. AXLE MAY BECOME INSECURE

    R/2015/167 · 5 Aug 2015

    5 Aug 2015

    Defect

    The mounting screws for the steered axles may not have been tightened correctly at the factory. If the screws are not fully tight the screws may undo and in the very worst case scenario if warnings are not heeded lead to the axle/s becoming insecure with the attendent loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check torque of the axle screws. Where necessary the axle locating pin will be checked and new screws fitted. Additionally where necessary the suspension anchorage will be replaced.

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    Built 30 Nov 2014 – 1 Jun 2015

    ~44 vehicles affected

  12. ROOF HATCH MAY DETACH

    R/2015/092 · 8 May 2015

    8 May 2015

    Defect

    During production the roof hatch could have been attached incorrectly. It is possible for the roof hatch to detach and cause a risk of personal injury and vehicle damage.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary fit a new roof hatch.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~7 vehicles affected

  13. STEERING MAY BECOME LIMITED OR BLOCKED

    R/2015/085 · 22 Apr 2015

    22 Apr 2015

    Defect

    The front suspension road spring eye mounting bolts may not have been torqued to the correct specification. During operation it is possible that the spring eye mounting bolts could work loose and unwind. This could result in the movement of the axle which could compromise the directional control of the vehicle. However the driver should become aware of the issue by noise or found by the maintenance staff during routine maintenance.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to retorque the mounting bolts.

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    Built 3 Mar 2014 – 31 Oct 2014

    ~416 vehicles affected

  14. CAB MAY FALL BACK OR OVER WHEN TILTING

    R/2015/088 · 22 Apr 2015

    22 Apr 2015

    Defect

    It has been identified that the lower attachment bolt for the cab tilting ram may have been torqued to too high a torque specification. This can result in the bolt becoming stretched which could cause a breakage of the bolt and the cab may either fall backwards or right forwards whilst it is being tilted.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to replace the lower cab attachment bolt and torque to the correct specification.

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    Built 11 Aug 2014 – 10 Apr 2015

    ~25 vehicles affected

  15. BRAKES MAY APPLY WITHOUT WARNING OR LONGER THAN EXPECTED STOPPING DISTANCES COULD OCCUR

    R/2015/006 · 5 Jan 2015

    5 Jan 2015

    Defect

    The brake hoses for the front spring actuators are of insufficient length and the hoses for the front service brakes could be of insufficient length. In certain circumstances the hoses can detach from the nipple allowing the parking brakes to apply or in the case of service brake hose failure longer than expecting stopping distances could occur.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front spring brake hoses and where necessary front service brake hoses with ones of sufficient length.

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    Built 26 Nov 2012 – 30 Nov 2014

    ~123 vehicles affected

  16. LOSS OF CONTROL

    R/2014/191 · 19 Dec 2014

    19 Dec 2014

    Defect

    On affected vehicles nuts securing the draglink(s) may not have been tightened to the correct specification during production. There is a risk that a drag link could detach and steering control would be lost.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check tighness of securing nuts and if necessary tighten to correct specification.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~29 vehicles affected

  17. PARKING BRAKE MAY INADVERTENTLY APPLY

    R/2014/087 · 3 Apr 2014

    3 Apr 2014

    Defect

    Affected vehicles maty be assembled with T nipples in the air tubes which are not to specification. Air tubes may become insecure amd may cause the parking brake to inadvertently apply.

    Remedy

    Identify defective T nipples and replace.

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    Built 24 Feb 2014 – 12 Mar 2014

    ~30 vehicles affected

  18. POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL

    R/2013/097 · 24 Jul 2013

    24 Jul 2013

    Defect

    It is possible that the steering drag link end ball joint nut may not have been torqued to the correct specification. This can lead to a loosening of the nut and in extreme cases detachment of the joint with the associated loss of control of the vehicle.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicle and check torque of drag link end nut. If loose replace nut and torque to the correct specification.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~25 vehicles affected

  19. ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) MAY FAIL

    R/2013/062 · 22 May 2013

    22 May 2013

    Defect

    Due to an issue within the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) vehicles equipped with the auto release function on the electronic parking brake may not have the parking brake applied when requested by the driver. It is possible that the driver may not be aware of the non-application of the parking brake.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and update ECU software.

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    Built 26 Nov 2012 – 28 Apr 2013

    ~125 vehicles affected

  20. SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

    R/2012/077 · 9 Jul 2012

    9 Jul 2012

    Defect

    A heat shield mounted on the frame can fall down on the starter motor and could cause a short circuit.The heat shield breaks due to fatigue caused by vibrations.

    Remedy

    Remove heat shield.

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    Built 14 Nov 2011 – 21 May 2012

    ~1,817 vehicles affected

  21. BOLTS MAY CRACK

    R/2012/054 · 24 Apr 2012

    24 Apr 2012

    Defect

    It has been identified that certain size mounting bolts may suffer Hydrogen Embrittlement which can cause them to fail. This can result in the bolts falling from the vehicle.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicle for the fitment of a replacement bolt kit.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~15 vehicles affected

  22. POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

    R/2011/035 · 31 Mar 2011

    31 Mar 2011

    Defect

    The material of the steering arm bolts may not be to specification. As a result the bolts could crack and if not rectified the bolts could eventually fail totally causing loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering arm bolts.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~318 vehicles affected

  23. POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

    R/2011/034 · 31 Mar 2011

    31 Mar 2011

    Defect

    The material of the steering arm bolts may not be to specification. As a result the bolts could crack and if not rectified the bolts could eventually fail totally causing loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering arm bolts.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~294 vehicles affected

  24. POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF AIR DEFLECTORS

    R/2010/229 · 17 Dec 2010

    17 Dec 2010

    Defect

    Due to poor bonding it is possible that the side air deflectors on the cab rear wall may become detached.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace air deflectors.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~122 vehicles affected

  25. FIRE MAY OCCUR

    R/2010/045 · 26 Apr 2010

    26 Apr 2010

    Defect

    Under certain circumstances there might be water ingress into the control unit of the overnight/parking heater which may cause a short circuit. In extreme circumstances it may result in a fire.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace the control unit with a quality assured component.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~6 vehicles affected

  26. PARKING BRAKE MAY APPLY UNINTENTIONALLY

    R/2010/046 · 26 Apr 2010

    26 Apr 2010

    Defect

    The brake pipe unions (Air Nipples) on the parking/hand brake system have been tightened above the specified torque setting. This could result in the unions failing and cause an unintentional deployment of the parking/hand brake.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles where the unions will be replaced and the correct torque setting applied.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~7 vehicles affected

  27. FIRE MAY OCCUR

    R/2009/149 · 16 Dec 2009

    16 Dec 2009

    Defect

    The incorrect torque setting has been applied to the oil turbo hose which may lead to an oil leak and risk of fire

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and check and rectify torque setting.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~64 vehicles affected

  28. TACHOGRAPH MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE

    R/2009/152 · 11 Dec 2009

    11 Dec 2009

    Defect

    A power loss to the tachograph may occur when the main switch is turned off because the wiring harnesses to the main switch were assembled incorrectly.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to reassemble the wiring harnesses to the correct specification.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~325 vehicles affected

  29. SLIDING FIFTH WHEEL MAY MOVE INADVERTENTLY

    R/2008/193 · 10 Dec 2008

    10 Dec 2008

    Defect

    It has been identified that the near and offside locking plunger fixing bolts may have been incorrectly located. Should this be the case the fifth wheel would not be correctly locked to the slider frame.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the subject bolts checked for correct fitment with the fifth wheel being changed if this is not the case.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~852 vehicles affected

  30. POWER STEERING MAY BE AFFECTED

    R/2008/177 · 17 Nov 2008

    17 Nov 2008

    Defect

    The hydraulic servo pipe can become loose from its connection which could leak and lead to the loss of power steering assistance.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to reposition the hydraulic servo hose.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~1,988 vehicles affected

  31. GEARBOX SHIELD MAY OVERHEAT

    R/2008/158 · 28 Oct 2008

    28 Oct 2008

    Defect

    It is possible for the gearbox noise shield to come in contact with a high temperature heat source such as the exhaust pipe. This could under special driving conditions lead to smoke and glow from the gearbox noise shield. There will be no fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the gearbox noise shield.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~22 vehicles affected

  32. GEARBOX NOISE SHIELD MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE HEAT SOURCE.

    R/2008/104 · 14 Jul 2008

    14 Jul 2008

    Defect

    It has been identified that the gearbox noise shield may come into contact with high a temperature heat source

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the noise shield removed.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~183 vehicles affected

  33. ADR SIGN MAY NOT COMPLY WITH FIRE RETARDENT REQUIREMENTS

    R/2008/081 · 20 May 2008

    20 May 2008

    Defect

    The ADR sign is fitted to the front grille in a way which will prevent it from resisting high temperatures and as such it will not comply with the ADR legal requirements

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and introduce a steel wire between the ADR sign and grille so that it will resist heat for 15 minutes.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~277 vehicles affected

  34. SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

    R/2008/046 · 14 Mar 2008

    14 Mar 2008

    Defect

    It has been identified that the main switch can crack which can cause an electrical short circuit.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have initially had the subject switch disconnected. However an exchange switch has now been mae availagble to all customers who require it and will be fitted free of charge.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~8,101 vehicles affected

  35. POSSIBLE TRAILER DETACHMENT

    R/2008/048 · 10 Mar 2008

    10 Mar 2008

    Defect

    It has been identified that in adverse conditions the securing pin of the coupling release handle can become unfastened due to an oversize drilling. Loss of the pin can result in the coupling not being securely fastened.

    Remedy

    Operators will be sent a repair kit to secure the pin. In addition a work method advising as to the pre-driving checks that need to be carried out.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~101 vehicles affected

  36. BOLTS COULD BECOME LOOSE ON BRAKE CALIPER BRIDGE.

    R/2007/154 · 19 Oct 2007

    19 Oct 2007

    Defect

    The holes on the brake caliper bridge may have been double threaded which may cause the bolts to become loose

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles check part numbers and if necessary replace brake bridge

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~276 vehicles affected

  37. GEARBOX HEAT SHIELD IS NOT AS PER SPECIFICATION

    R/2007/051 · 31 Jan 2007

    31 Jan 2007

    Defect

    The incorrect gearbox heat shield has been assembled which does not fulfil the manufacturers demand regarding fire resistance.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the heat shield.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~3 vehicles affected

  38. CAB HEATER DOES NOT MEET LEGLISLATION REQUIREMENTS

    R/2007/019 · 22 Jan 2007

    22 Jan 2007

    Defect

    Some ADR vehicles have a common cab heater assembled instead of a cab heater for ADR vehicles. Because of this the ADR vehicles do not fulfil the ADR Regulations.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the cab heater if the vehicle has been fitted with the wrong specification heater.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~18 vehicles affected

  39. TAG AXLE HUB MAY DISLODGE

    R/2007/001 · 22 Dec 2006

    22 Dec 2006

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a misalignment of the weld and poor root penetration of the weld fillet material the TAG axle hub may dislodge from the axle.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will have the TAG axle replaced.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~21 vehicles affected

  40. HEADLIGHTS AND REAR LIGHT MAY BECOME DISABLED

    R/2006/173 · 12 Sep 2006

    12 Sep 2006

    Defect

    The NOx sensor has a built in over voltage protection which is triggered by a voltage above 32 volts. When this is over the voltage protection and is active faults codes can be produced for example Headlight and Rear Lights can be disabled.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and modify software.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~6 vehicles affected

  41. EXHAUST FUMES MAY ENTER THE CAB

    R/2006/124 · 10 Jul 2006

    10 Jul 2006

    Defect

    It is possible for the exhaust pipe of the parking heater to be squeezed and restricted which could result in exhaust fumes entering the cab.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the exhaust pipe and clamp. Additionally the drain hole on the exhaust silencer is to be closed.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~27 vehicles affected

  42. BRAKES MAY OVERHEAT

    R/2006/100 · 23 May 2006

    23 May 2006

    Defect

    On axles with parking brake it has been found that some brakes are binding which can cause overheating of the brakes.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the brake pads.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~1,044 vehicles affected

  43. HUB BEARING MAY FAIL

    R/2005/141 · 31 Oct 2005

    31 Oct 2005

    Defect

    Water and dirt can penetrate into the trailing axle hub which can lead to severe damage and eventual failure of the hub bearings

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a deflector to the axle hub mounting. Inspect the bearings hubs and axle for damage. Replace parts where necessary.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~1,126 vehicles affected

  44. REAR AXLE V-STAY BALL JOINT CAN PREMATURELY WEAR.

    R/2005/157 · 31 Oct 2005

    31 Oct 2005

    Defect

    At high inclination the sealing boot of the axle 'V' stay ball joint can be damaged and allow the ingress of water and dirt which can cause the ball joint to wear prematurely and cause the axle to become loose.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit modified 'V' stay

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~2,612 vehicles affected

  45. RISK OF FIRE

    R/2005/161 · 6 Oct 2005

    6 Oct 2005

    Defect

    There is a possibility of a thermal malfunction on the fuel filter water separator bowl with the heater. This can result in overheating due to low fuel level in combination with a faulty thermostat in the water separator bowl

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles fit heat shield and check/reconnect cable in the electrical connector on the fuel filter/water separator housing

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~59 vehicles affected

  46. ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL MALFUNCTION

    R/2005/102 · 5 Jul 2005

    5 Jul 2005

    Defect

    Should the adaptive cruise control (ACC) radar malfunction the cruise control will not deactivate automatically. As a consequence the vehicle will accelerate up to the set speed of the cruise control even though ACC is active.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and inspect the system; rectifying as necessary.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~3 vehicles affected

  47. RISK OF OVERHEATING IN THE LCM

    R/2005/036 · 10 Mar 2005

    10 Mar 2005

    Defect

    The possibility exists that the light control module may overheat

    Remedy

    Recall likely to be affected vehicles and upgrade the software.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~6,955 vehicles affected

  48. CRACKING IN THE HEAT EXCHANGER

    R/2005/019 · 3 Feb 2005

    3 Feb 2005

    Defect

    A crack in the heat exchanger caused by high pressure peaks in the heating system may result in coolant entering the body-builder electrical centre.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be inspected for signs of coolant loss and fitted with a shield to protect the electrical centre.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~6,115 vehicles affected

  49. THE GATEWAY FUNCTION IN THE EBS IS NOT ACTIVATED

    R/2004/147 · 31 Aug 2004

    31 Aug 2004

    Defect

    The red indicator lamp for the EBS function will not activate when a trailer with EBS is connected. The EBS functionality is not affected.

    Remedy

    Recall likely to be affected vehicles and initiate the appropriate software function.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~2,486 vehicles affected

  50. V-STAY BRACKET

    R/2003/187 · 18 Dec 2003

    18 Dec 2003

    Defect

    Insufficient sealing may cause corrosion and premature wear of the drive axle V stay ball joint.

    Remedy

    Examine the condition of the V stay ball joint. Clean grease and reseal if satisfactory or fit a new V stay as necessary.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~3,776 vehicles affected

  51. SPLIT PIN MAY BE MISSING FROM DRAG LINK SECURING NUT.

    R/2003/188 · 18 Dec 2003

    18 Dec 2003

    Defect

    A split pin may be missing from the steering drag link ball joint castle nut which could subsequently loosen.

    Remedy

    Recall and examine the affected vehicles. If a split pin is found to be missing implement the repair procedure specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~1,006 vehicles affected

  52. INSUFFICIENT SEALING MAY CAUSE CORROSION ON THE BALL JOINT

    R/2003/145 · 18 Aug 2003

    18 Aug 2003

    Defect

    Insufficient sealing may cause corrosion of the ball joint which leads to premature wear of the rear axle V stay

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles check and if necessary replace ball joint.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~935 vehicles affected

  53. POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL

    R/2002/173 · 17 Dec 2002

    17 Dec 2002

    Defect

    There is a possibility that the clamp bolt on the drag link tube may not have been tightened to the correct torque. In the worst case a loss of steering control could occur.

    Remedy

    Check clamp bolt for correct torque and tighten where necessary. If found finger loose replace the complete drag link assembly.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~214 vehicles affected

  54. POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT

    R/2002/157 · 11 Nov 2002

    11 Nov 2002

    Defect

    A fault exists in the light control module software (LCM) which could cause the LCM to overheat and result in a short circuit in the electrical system.

    Remedy

    Replace the light control module.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~2,939 vehicles affected

  55. ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS CONCERN

    R/2002/129 · 30 Sep 2002

    30 Sep 2002

    Defect

    Faulty electrical connectors could result in loss of headlights and warning signals and failure of the engine to start.

    Remedy

    Check the electrical connectors for compliance with the specification and renew where necessary.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~287 vehicles affected

  56. UNINTENDED SELECTION OF REVERSE GEAR

    R/2002/131 · 30 Sep 2002

    30 Sep 2002

    Defect

    Faulty software may activate reverse gear when travelling at speeds below 3 kph.

    Remedy

    Provide new software for the engine transmission and gearshift control units.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~65 vehicles affected

  57. POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT

    R/2002/132 · 30 Sep 2002

    30 Sep 2002

    Defect

    The B+ cable can chafe against the cab anchorage. This will cause the insulation on the cable to wear and ultimately result in a short circuit.

    Remedy

    Examine B+ cable for chafing damage and repair or renew as appropriate.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~20 vehicles affected

  58. FRONT HUB CAP MAY COME LOOSE

    R/2002/137 · 30 Sep 2002

    30 Sep 2002

    Defect

    The front hub cap may loosen and allow the ingress of road grit and water. Subsequent failure of the hub bearing may result.

    Remedy

    Fit an inproved design hub cap.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~1,189 vehicles affected

  59. WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE ON STEERING COLUMN

    R/2002/130 · 30 Sep 2002

    30 Sep 2002

    Defect

    When turning the steering wheel the electrical wiring cable harness can chafe on the steering column. In the worst case a short circuit may occur.

    Remedy

    Examine harness for chafing damage and repair or renew as appropriate.

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    Affected build dates not specified

    ~1,764 vehicles affected

Data from the DVSA Vehicle Recall register (Crown Copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0). Last indexed: 2026-04-26.

These records are provided for reference. Contact your authorised Volvo Trucks dealer or check your vehicle registration at gov.uk/check-if-a-vehicle-has-outstanding-recalls to confirm current status.

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